10 Holiday-Enhancing Gadgets for 2018
Some say you should switch off and disconnect while on holiday, but in truth many gadgets and inventions make our getaways easier, less stressful - and more fun. Here are ten of the most exciting travel-enhancing gizmos to consider before you jet off this year…
Nintendo Switch
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Can't bear to give up your video games while on holiday? The Nintendo Switch could be the answer. It can be played on planes, trains and buses while in its tablet configuration and doubles as a console - so you can enjoy multi-person gaming action in your hotel room.
https://store.nintendo.co.uk/nintendo-switch.list
Apple AirPods
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It's hard not to love Apple's first-ever wireless headphones. AirPods come in a dental floss-like box, which charges the pods when in-situ. The pods themselves offer five hours of use per charge, and three additional hours after just 15 minutes of charging. When you take them out of your ear, the music pauses automatically - one of many cool features that make AirPods perfect for travellers who love their music.
https://www.apple.com/uk/airpods/
Travelrest Ultimate Travel Pillow/Neck Pillow
How far your plane seat reclines usually depends on how much you paid for it. In the age of no-frills airlines, many of us travel in rather upright positions, so carriers can squeeze more seats onto every plane. One of the (various) downsides to this is that when you fall asleep, your head tends to loll forward, often resulting in an embarrassing head-jerk and a sudden awakening. This clever TravelRest pillow supports your head and fits across your chest, so your head doesn't fall forwards.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001DYDAEK/
Sony WH-1000MX2 noise cancelling headphones
These minimalist-look headphones from Sony give market-leaders Bose a run for their money, boasting 30 hours of battery life (40 when noise cancelling is off), and a variety of EQ and noise cancelling atmospheric pressure settings to fiddle with.
https://www.sony.co.uk/electronics/headband-headphones/wh-1000xm2
Vacuum space saver bags
OK, these aren't exactly techie gadgets, but they're so useful we had to include them on this list. Simply place your clothing inside them, close the sealer, then roll the whole thing up. Air is pushed out of the bag, creating a vacuum-packed, sealed item of clothing. These bags are re-usable and are great for sealing smelly items until you reach laundry facilities.
https://www.amazon.com/Travis-Travel-Gear-Rolling-Compression/dp/B015454UQ0/
RavPower HyperAir Fast Wireless Power Bank
Another travel power bank? Yes it is - and it does the job very well. But what makes the RavPower extra special is the fact it can charge your iPhone 8, 8-Plus or similarly capable Android devices - completely wirelessly.
https://www.ravpower.com/hyperair.html
Shirt Shuttle -Anti-Crease Shirt Transporter
For regular travellers (particularly business people), shirt creases are the enemy. But this shirt or blouse transporter is perfect for keeping your smart attire well, smart. The garment is folded around curved corners to prevent creases. It means you can attend that business meeting without hunting down someone in your hotel to iron your shirt - or god forbid, ironing it yourself.
SoundBender for iPads
Have an iPad 2 to 4? This SoundBender is perfect if you want to enhance your device's sound when on the road. These magnet-attached 'ears' literally 'bend' the sound towards you.
Samsung Portable SSD T5 (250GB)
Need extra storage space but don't want to lug around a big drive? The pocket-size SSD T5 is just the job, and even features USB-C so you can use it for transferring data to and from your MacBook Pro.
https://www.samsung.com/semiconductor/minisite/ssd/product/portable/t5/
Add-on Optical Camera Lens for your Smartphones
Full-size DSLRs take up a lot of space - and can be rather weighty. One solution is to buy an external lens which you can fit to your smartphone. The VicTsing 3 in 1 lets you capture professional wide-angle and fish-eye shots, and works with iPhones and some Android devices. Now everyone can take pro-looking Instagram shots!
https://www.amazon.com/VicTsing-Upgraded-iPhone-Fisheye-Android/dp/B01H72EX88
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